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Epic Games Announces Layoffs for San Diego and California Employees

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EFFECTIVE DATE
Apr 28, 2026

What we know

Location: San Diego, California.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Epic Games, the creator of Fortnite, has laid off approximately 250 employees across its San Diego office and other locations in California. This decision comes as part of a broader restructuring effort within the company, which has faced challenges in the competitive gaming market. The layoffs were officially announced on October 1, 2023, and are part of the company's strategy to streamline operations and focus on key projects. The affected employees were primarily in various roles across the company, reflecting the ongoing adjustments in the tech industry. Epic Games continues to adapt to market demands while aiming to maintain its position as a leader in the gaming sector.

LayoffTalk has tracked 15 layoff events at Epic Games Inc. since October 2023, including 314 jobs documented in official WARN filings, with 12 additional events known from news reporting.

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Epic Games Inc.
Information Technology · 3,700 employees
15
EVENTS TRACKED
314
JOBS IN WARN FILINGS
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CREATED APR 29, 2026LAST UPDATED AUG 12, 2026